Obituary of Vince Welnick

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Vince Welnick

Vincent Leo Welnick (born February 21, 1951 in Phoenix, Arizona) was a musician and singer-songwriter who was best known for playing the keyboard with the band “The Tubes” during the 1970s and 1980s. Later, in the 1990s he played with the American rock band, “the Grateful Dead” Vince died on June 2, 2006 and his death was reportedly because of suicide by cutting his own throat. He took his life young at age 55.

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Vince Welnick Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $16 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Tom Holland

    Vince's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Vincent Leo Welnick
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Lorie Welnick (married?-2006, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 02 2006 at age 55
  • Place: Sonoma County, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Suicide (by throat cutting)

Category Tags:

MusicianSinger-Songwriter Rock and Roll Music Genre American Born on February 21st Born in 1951 Born in Arizona Died in 2006 Died at age 55 Died from Suicide

Quotable Quotes:

"Vince Welnick's remarkable life was filled with boundless creativity, musical genius, and unwavering passion, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were lucky enough to hear his music. (V)"

"Vince Welnick dedicated his life to music as a keyboard player, performing with various bands such as The Tubes and The Grateful Dead, before tragically passing away from an ongoing battle with mental illness. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-23 00:43:10
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